A tropical hardwood, teak is one of the toughest species of wood around. So it is no surprise that when it comes to outdoor furniture, teak is often the go-to choice for its durability and elegance....

There are no pinkies up in Polite Society … unless that’s your thing. The restaurant’s Park Avenue location conjures swanky digs but one is as welcome to hunker down over a gooey grilled cheese as a...